- The list below includes 403 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Gloucester, Cambridge and Salem.
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There are three different institutions that comprise the Harvard Art Museums, which are considered to be some of the top art museums in the world. The three museums are the Fogg, Arthur M. Sackler, and Busch-Reisinger which are combined with four research centers for students, scholars, and visitors.
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Located inside Harvard University, Harvard Yard is an open piece of land. At a size of 22.4 acres, the yard is the oldest established piece of land in the University, and offers the pubic free access.
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A movie theater offering first-run feature films, AMC Burlington Cinema 10 has ten auditoriums with digital projection and stadium seating. The theater provides reclining chairs, theater rentals, reserved seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Designed as a safe, fun place for dogs, Thorndike Field Dog Park provides ample space for running, jumping and playing. It also offers pet-friendly drinking fountains, obstacle courses and comfortable seating for pet owners.
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Hosting tennis lessons for all ages, Sun Valley Swim & Tennis Club offers its members tennis courts and a swimming pool. The pool hosts the Sun Valley Sharks swim team, which is made up of children aged 5 to 16.
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A spacious outdoor recreational space in Arlington, McClennen Park offers a large playground with equipment suitable for both young and older children. There are also both soccer and baseball fields for the community to enjoy.
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Founded in 1636, Harvard University is the country's oldest and one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning. Harvard Yard, which is the university's historic center, contains many attractions including the statue of John Harvard, the Memorial Church and more.
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MIT Museum is home to a diverse collection of artifacts ranging from technological designs and architectural models to nautical engineering and holography exhibits, compiled by the various departments of MIT. The Museum also offers many hands-on activities and educational programs.
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Newbury Street is the street location for a variety of restaurant, retail and other experiences. The street attracts both locals and tourists due to its aesthetic appeal and variety of shopping.
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Established by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on a defunct railroad right of way, the Minuteman Trail passes through the area where the American Revolution began, notably part of the route of Paul Revere's midnight ride. The 10-mile bike path is maintained by its four local communities.